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The autism spectrum has been an emotional roller coaster for Sheboygan mom of two Sarah Kainz. Her 12-year-old son Ethan was diagnosed with autism as a toddler. Each autistic person exhibits symptoms differently. For Ethan, it was the occasional tantrum, but when he became overwhelmed, his mom said he just shut down. Kainz didn’t know how to help him so she sought support at behavioral health centers, most of which had limited availability and were more than likely outside of Sheboygan. “You had to get on a list and you had to wait,” she explained. “So it took me two-to-three years to get him therapy.” One clinic is trying to aid families in their search for resources. The Caravel Autism Health Center opened its newest location in Sheboygan — fully operational this month.
